Ask the Chef: Are Plain Breadcrumbs Gluten-Free or Vegan?
Today, I’m kicking off a brand-new series on the Mortadella Head blog called Ask the Chef. eries, I’ll chat with our expert Chuck Sillari, founder and owner of Mortadella Head restaurant in Davis Square, Somerville, Massachusetts. I’ll dive into all of your burning cooking and recipe questions. Chuck will answer any questions our blog readers […]
Baking Tips: Are Your Bananas Too Ripe for Banana Bread?
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve done this. I buy a bunch of whole bananas at the grocery store with the intention of enjoying a healthy snack or making smoothies all week. But life gets busy, and suddenly, those beautiful yellow bananas on my counter are covered in brown spots. Sometimes, they’re even […]
How Thick Should Your Banana Bread Batter Be?
Ah, banana bread. I can almost smell the heavenly aroma wafting from my kitchen just by typing the words. Over the past few days, I’ve shared several posts on all things banana bread, and I hope you’ve learned a thing or two! Let’s face it. Baking is a science. Banana bread isn’t one of those […]
The Best Recipes with Frozen Bananas: Banana Bread and More
It’s no exaggeration to say that I make banana bread a lot. I have a go-to banana bread recipe that I almost always use, and I have made modifications depending on how I plan to enjoy the loaf. But here’s the thing: When I get a craving for banana bread, I may or may not […]
The Best Ways to Eat Banana Bread and How to Serve It
I’ll be honest: As soon as I’m done baking a loaf of banana bread, I’m ready to slice it up and dig in. Waiting for the warm banana bread to cool to room temperature is nearly impossible! In my opinion, the best way to eat is warm, right out of the oven. But there are […]